MAS 55F

Silage potential of French breeding

When a livestock farm aims for high-quality, high-energy fodder, the МАС 55Ф hybrid by Maisadour Semences is a strategic choice. Developed in France and specifically bred for silage and green mass production, this hybrid is built to maximize nutrient output per hectare.

With a growing period of 120–140 days, МАС 55Ф allows the plant to accumulate significant dry matter, which is essential for proper fermentation in bunker silos. The flint-dent kernel type offers an excellent balance between starch content and fiber digestibility, making it a reliable source for TMR (Total Mixed Ration).

Field reliability and disease resistance

One of the primary challenges in silage corn production is managing disease pressure in high-density fields. МАС 55Ф provides genetic robustness against common, yield-reducing pathogens:

• Helminthosporium leaf blight;
• Fusarium ear and stem rot;
• Common smut.

These defensive traits reduce the need for aggressive chemical intervention, allowing farm managers to focus on crop nutrition and maximizing yield consistency. The hybrid's performance is backed by the expertise of Mas Seeds, ensuring predictability across various soil types and management practices.

Operational application

МАС 55Ф is intended for intensive farming operations where forage quality directly impacts production costs. It responds well to high-input management. Harvesting at the correct physiological stage—the milk-line stage—ensures the crop delivers its peak energy potential. By incorporating МАС 55Ф into the crop rotation, farms can significantly reduce their reliance on expensive purchased concentrates, optimizing the overall cost per unit of milk or weight gain.